TOWN
Address: 8 Somerset Street, Ringsend, Dublin 4
Agent: DNG Donnybrook
Located close to the Gasworks and Dublin Docklands, this 84sq m two bedroom mid-terrace house has the benefit of a converted attic, which is currently used as a home office, and a small patio to the rear, making it a good own-door alternative to an apartment within walking distance to the city.
Plus: Fully kitted out home office.
Minus: BER D1
COUNTRY
Address: Cappakeel, Emo, Portlaoise
Agent: Sherry FitzGerald Hyland Keating
Set on 1.6 acres of magical gardens with a lily pond and tennis court, this four bedroom 250sq m property has oodles of room. The house has three reception rooms and a library in addition to a balcony which is accessed from one of the smaller bedrooms. BER C2
Plus: Large property on a lovely mature site
Minus: Some of the carpets and wallpapers are outdated